emulsifier
Oleic acid ester of sorbitan. Malassezia lipase cleaves the ester bond, releasing oleic acid that fuels yeast proliferation. Used as a non-ionic emulsifier in cosmetics; problematic for seborrheic dermatitis-prone skin.
Sorbitan Oleate is a emulsifier backed by early but promising evidence (evidence tier 3 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings · 2005 · systematic review
Review describing how Malassezia lipases hydrolyze sebaceous triglycerides to release free fatty acids—principally oleic acid—which penetrate the stratum corneum and trigger seborrheic dermatitis in susceptible individuals; implicates oleic-acid-containing ingredients such as sorbitan oleate as potential Malassezia substrates.
Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings · 2005 · systematic review
Review identifying three drivers of dandruff/seborrheic dermatitis: Malassezia, sebaceous lipids, and individual susceptibility. Malassezia lipases metabolize sebum triglycerides, releasing irritating unsaturated free fatty acids (notably oleic acid) that provoke inflammation; supports concern that oleic-acid-based esters such as sorbitan oleate can feed Malassezia.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream (50ml)
Moisturizer – for Dryness
$175.0050ml · $3.50/ml
Ideal for
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Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream (50ml)
Moisturizer – for Dryness
$175.0050ml · $3.50/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream (50ml) is a antioxidant serum by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glyceryl Stearate SE, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate.
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Waterfall Glacier Oil Free Water Cream - 30ml
Moisturizer
$17.5030ml · $0.58/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate)
Saturday Skin
Waterfall Glacier Oil Free Water Cream - 30ml
Moisturizer
$17.5030ml · $0.58/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate)
Waterfall Glacier Oil Free Water Cream - 30ml is a antioxidant serum by Saturday Skin. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol.
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Shiseido
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$137.1650ml · $2.74/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Shiseido
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$137.1650ml · $2.74/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml is a antioxidant serum by Shiseido. Key ingredients include Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin.
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Shiseido
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml Refill
Moisturizer
$144.7850ml · $2.90/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Shiseido
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml Refill
Moisturizer
$144.7850ml · $2.90/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml Refill is a antioxidant serum by Shiseido. Key ingredients include Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin.
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Hyaluronic Fix Extreme 4 Nourishing Moisturiser SPF50 50ml
Moisturizer
$38.0450ml · $0.76/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Sorbitan Oleate)
Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Hyaluronic Fix Extreme 4 Nourishing Moisturiser SPF50 50ml
Moisturizer
$38.0450ml · $0.76/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Sorbitan Oleate)
NIP+FAB Hyaluronic Fix Extreme 4 Nourishing Moisturiser SPF50 50ml is a spf moisturiser by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Octocrylene, Octisalate, Avobenzone.
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Perricone MD
Perricone MD Essential Fx Acyl-Glutathione Chia Cleansing Balm 96g
Cleanser
$29.7296ml · $0.31/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Glyceryl Stearate and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Perricone MD
Perricone MD Essential Fx Acyl-Glutathione Chia Cleansing Balm 96g
Cleanser
$29.7296ml · $0.31/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Glyceryl Stearate and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Perricone MD Essential Fx Acyl-Glutathione Chia Cleansing Balm 96g is a oil cleanser by Perricone MD. Key ingredients include Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter.
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Vichy
Vichy Minéral 89 72Hr Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$31.7550ml · $0.64/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate)
Vichy
Vichy Minéral 89 72Hr Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$31.7550ml · $0.64/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate)
Vichy Minéral 89 72Hr Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml is a peptide serum by Vichy. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide.
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Lancôme
Lancôme Absolue The Eye Cream 20ml
Eye Cream
$137.1620ml · $6.86/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate)
Lancôme
Lancôme Absolue The Eye Cream 20ml
Eye Cream
$137.1620ml · $6.86/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate)
Lancôme Absolue The Eye Cream 20ml is a eye cream by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone.
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Absolue Revitalizing & Brightening Rich Cream - 2.0 oz
Moisturizer
$280.0059.1ml · $4.73/ml
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Not recommended for
Lancôme
Absolue Revitalizing & Brightening Rich Cream - 2.0 oz
Moisturizer
$280.0059.1ml · $4.73/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Absolue Revitalizing & Brightening Rich Cream - 2.0 oz is a antioxidant serum by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Coconut Oil, PEG-100 Stearate, Dimethicone.
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High Potency Hyaluronic Intensive Hydrating Serum
Serum
$135.0059.1ml · $2.28/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sorbitan Oleate)
Perricone MD
High Potency Hyaluronic Intensive Hydrating Serum
Serum
$135.0059.1ml · $2.28/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sorbitan Oleate)
High Potency Hyaluronic Intensive Hydrating Serum is a brightening serum by Perricone MD. Key ingredients include Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide.
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